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  1. Airwolfie

    My first ever bike build!!

    My first ever bike build!! WITH VIIIIIIIDDDDDDDDDEEEEEEEEEOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! Right, so after a few hiccups and setbacks, I have managed to start something on my bike! I'm not trying to restore the bike, nor am I doing a proper build. At this moment in time I just want to get it going so I can...
  2. jdizon

    750 Big Bore kit

    Looking to purchase a 750 big bore kit. Not sure where to buy from. I believe the kit is supplied by Heiden Tuning. Where is everybody getting there's from? Mikexs sells them for 699.00 I found another site http://www.650motorcycles.com/PartsPricing.html that sells them for 595.00 Anyone...
  3. bcthomas

    Build may be changing...Input?

    I picked up a klx250 alloy swingarm fo my xs to put some length back into the wheelbase after de-raking it with the zx6r front end and I'm thinking it might be better as a scrambler/tracker hybrid now....especially with this high pipe. 1. What tires would be good for this build? 2. will...
  4. wherearewe

    Solid Riser Bushings - thoughts?

    Looking to replace my riser bushings. The ones in there are ok but getting a bit cruddy. Was thinking about using some of Hugh's solid ones, but im wondering about vibrations. Will i end up with chronic Carpal Tunnel syndrome?:yikes:
  5. A

    Any issues replacing the cross brace under the seat?

    Does any one see a problem in removing the cross brace shown below either temporarily or permanently given that I've welded a flat bar brace further forward already. This brace is quite close to the rear shock mounts so I could expect that it would be best to replace it but in case I need to put...
  6. J

    Need a quick measurement from those with '78-'79 Specials

    Hey guys, I am at work, getting ready to cut some badges out on our laser cutter, but I forgot to take the measurements for the side covers. My bike is a '79 special, I need the distance center to center of the badge mounting holes, as well as their diameter. I really appreciate it, and will...
  7. Furious D

    Custom length speedo cable?

    Is there a company out there that builds custom length speedo cables? I am getting ready to install a mini speedo on my XS but I want a cable about 5 inches shorter than the one thats on it now. Mikes lists several different cables but doesnt give the lengths. Its on a 81 Special that now...
  8. InfamousXS

    Shinko 240 - Fender?

    Hey, I know a bunch of guys are running the Shinko 240 or a similar style vintage tire, so I am starting to work on my (never ending!) bike build and was wondering what everyone is using for a fender? I bought a flat trailer fender and just thought it was too flat - go figure! Want a fender...
  9. rattymatty

    71' chopper STILL not turning over

    ok brothas, just bought my very first 1971 xs650 rigid chopper project. i have been restoring everything on her and just recently installed new points with new wires. only problem is my bike isn't turning over. i know xs650's have the worst spark problems yada yada, but i'm looking for a...
  10. N

    Help with mini gauges and HOW TO WIRE THEM?!

    Hey im thinking of piking up some mini gauges from Dime City Cycle. im a noob when its comes to anything electrical, even when its dealing with just a few wires and connecters here and there. So my question is...When i buy my mini speedo and tach how do i wire them up? the existing XS gauges...
  11. bcthomas

    SR500 side project

    I've been sitting on some nice Japanese parts from webike and just started putting this 78 together. I've got a nice Beams exhaust and a VM36 carb to install and I'm upgrading the brakes front and rear to YZF R1 blue dots.
  12. mjamusic

    Need input on wiring and heat?

    I've buttoned up the last of my wiring and now I'm trying to mount my seat...my question is will it be ok to put some foam underneath the seat and between the wiring or should I be worried about heat? I am planning on drilling several holes in the aluminum to help with dissipation. This is my...
  13. J

    My new bike, mild mod, first I have to get it running right

    Hello everybody. I started a thread earlier regarding an XS650 I was considering purchasing on craigslist. Well, I went through with it and got the bike. Tonight after work I cleaned out my garage and got ready to make it a bike cave. Here she is! First things first, she needs a new...
  14. glaswerks

    77 Cafe Project

    I am starting this thread to document the build of my 77 XS650 cafe racer. Bought this bike about a year ago (my wife passed away shortly after buying it so I had other priorites) and finally getting around to starting on the reconstruction and conversion. Been interested in building a cafe...
  15. F

    Mini gauges recommendations ?

    Looking to purchase a mini gauge set for '78xs650 , anyone had any good luck on buying a set that didn't crap out on them ? That an ratio for speedo ? I believe 2:1. And tach ratio ? 5:1 ? Thanks :D
  16. L

    kawasaki bobber build

    ive been looking here for a while now so i thought i should share some of my build :thumbsup: i do have an xs 400 that im gonna be turning into a cafe but what an xs650 for the near future but for now this is what i have a kawasaki 550 was just going to do a quick bobber to ride around but got a...
  17. M

    Real nice custom XS650 Build

    Almost finished with fabrication. Almost time to paint!!!!
  18. Cougar

    Where once there was spark.. Running on capacitors

    Hey electrical gurus. I have just finished soldering up my electrical system. PMA & capacitors. I ran the ignition circuit during a mock up, now with the soldered complete system I'm not getting spark. I will test for continuity on my next set of free time. I changed the leads to the...
  19. RemBrent

    First Build - Here we go...

    Hey all. Pleasure to be here. I joined XS650.com a few months back when I was doing some research, trying to decide what platform I wanted to build a custom bike on. I have been driving dirt bikes and my dad's cruiser since I was a teenager, but I've never owned one of my own. Young guy, no...
  20. austintylerr

    Fuel line questions

    I'm nearing the end of my build and I have a few head scratchers. I bought a Cole Foster tank off of a member (either here or CC) and it came with a ball bearing petcock and two nipples installed on the front bottom of the tank. What do these nipples connect to, and do I just run a single fuel...
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